ESOL (English For Speakers of Other Languages) Functional Skills Entry 1, 2, 3 and Level 1
ESOL (English For Speakers of Other Languages) Functional Skills Entry 1, 2, 3 and Level 1
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The Avenues Adult Education Centre
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Course Aims
An ESOL Functional Skills English course will help you to:
- Improve speaking and listening
- Improve reading and writing
- Gain a Functional Skills English qualification
- Develop employment skills
- Help your children with schoolwork
You will review your progress with your teacher throughout the course and you will get feedback on ways to help you improve your language and appropriate activities to help you do this.
Entry Requirements
An initial assessment will be carried out before commencement of course to ensure you are studying at the correct level or you will progress from a previous course.
How to apply
For information on how to apply, please call 01482 615 349 / 616 580 or email: learneradvice@hullcc.gov.uk
Course Content
When studying Functional Skills, you will develop the following:
Speaking, Listening and Communicating
After completing this module you will be able to:
- Say the names of the letters of the alphabet
- Identify and extract the main information from statements and explanations
- Respond to questions about specific information and make requests
- Make clear statements and communicate feelings and opinions on straightforward topics
- Understand and participate in discussions
Reading
After completing this module you will be able to:
- Read correctly words designated for the level you are working towards
- Understand the meaning of the texts you read
- Read text and extract information
Writing
After completing this module you will be able to:
- Use correct punctuation in your writing
- Spell correctly words appropriate for your level
- Recognise how to write and respond to emails, letters, reports, and articles
- Communicate information in words, phrases and simple sentences
Assessment Method
To achieve this qualification you will be required to take an exam
Where can it lead?
You could progress on to:
- ESOL English Functional Skills at the next level
- Maths Functional Skills
- ICT Functional Skills
- Employment or volunteering
- Integration into the community
As a Hull Training and Adult Education learner you have access to our Careers Advice Service. Our advisers are on hand to guide you through options and support you to achieve your full potential. Ask your tutor to refer you, if required.